BEST Homemade Hard Pretzels Recipe (HOW to Make Hard Pretzels)

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The journey begins with a humble mixture of flour, yeast, water, salt, and a touch of sweetness. As you combine these basic ingredients, a magical alchemy takes place, giving rise to a soft, elastic dough that holds the promise of delicious pretzels. Knead the dough with care, allowing it to develop its gluten structure, ensuring a perfect texture and chewiness in every bite.

Once the dough has rested and risen to its full potential, it's time to shape it into those iconic pretzel twists. Roll, stretch, and loop the dough with precision, transforming it into delightful shapes that are both visually appealing and fun to create. This step is where your personal touch comes into play, allowing you to experiment with various shapes and sizes, giving each pretzel its unique character.

Before the pretzels take their final form, they undergo a transformative bath in an alkaline solution, typically a mixture of water and baking soda. This step is the secret to achieving that quintessential pretzel crust—a glossy, deep golden exterior with a slightly chewy bite. As the pretzels are gently poached in the alkaline bath, their surface transforms, creating a distinctive pretzel-like texture and appearance.

With the pretzels expertly shaped and bathed, it's time for them to embrace the heat of the oven. As they bake, the kitchen fills with an irresistible aroma, a tantalizing preview of the delights to come. The pretzels turn a beautiful shade of golden brown, their surfaces developing a satisfying crunch that gives way to a soft, tender interior.

When the timer beeps and the pretzels are removed from the oven, anticipation builds as you witness your homemade creations come to life. Let them cool just enough to handle, but not too long to resist the temptation of that first bite. Sink your teeth into the perfect harmony of flavors and textures—a crispy exterior giving way to a warm, pillowy center.

These homemade hard pretzels are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a testament to your culinary prowess. Share them with family and friends, and watch as their faces light up with delight. Whether enjoyed as a standalone snack or paired with your favorite mustard, cheese, or dip, these homemade hard pretzels are sure to elevate any gathering or quiet evening at home.

So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and embark on a journey of homemade pretzel perfection. From the satisfying process of shaping the dough to the delightful crunch with each bite, crafting your own hard pretzels is a culinary adventure that promises to please. Let the warmth of the oven and the aroma of freshly baked goodness fill your home, creating memories and moments of pure joy around the irresistible allure of homemade hard pretzels.

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[HomemadeRecipesfromScratch]

SUPER YUMMY homemade appetizer recipe by ENJOY! 👌

[springwaterenjoyer]

Finally a good pretzel recipe, all I see in others is sOfT prEtZEl rEcIpE, like why would a german bread be soft instead of crunchy?

[one-day-at-a-time]

Thank you for sharing this recipe, i've been looking everywhere for a crunchy recipe, many thanks 🙂 🤙🏼

[thandomsibi]

I love pretzels so much they my flavoured
😋😋🔥🥨🥨❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙂🙂

[dianabishop]

I read the description after watching the video and it mentions letting the dough rise and giving it an alkaline bath. Those are not in the video. Which one do I follow?

[chouhez]

We don’t eat pork stuff, can i replace it with butter or oil ?

[bittern]

I scrolled thru comments hoping someone had tried & reviewed the recipe. Oh well it looks as though I'm the first guinea pig. 😀

[SimpleKath]

What can i substitute to pork lard?
When shortening is also not available.

[valeriereyes]

Can i use almond flour instead of all purpose

[AllieCoco]

Is there any way to change the pork lard with any other ingredient?

[rebekahjones]

Do you need the cumin seeds? Don’t know if I’ll like the taste of that. Do they add flavor, what kind?

[sohinighosh]

Im front india and we generally dont get hard pretzels here! But ive seen them in movies and they always looked like such a great snack! Will make these tomo as a sunday activity :) Btw, what is the shelf life for these?

[esthefanidiaz]

Can I use almond flour instead the regular flour?

[SlipperyGoblin]

im using this to make giant pocky sticks, ill let you know how it goes lol

[peterperla]

That first step and ingredients is impossible to read! Useless!